Joint Replacement Surgery
Firelands Sandusky Orthopedics
Joint replacement surgery is a procedure that many people undergo to relieve chronic joint pain and improve joint mobility when other non-surgical treatments have proved unsuccessful. Suppose you are dealing with persistent joint pain and a limited range of motion. In that case, joint replacement surgery may be worth considering to restore your overall quality of life and get you back to doing the things you enjoy pain-free. There are many different joint surgeries available, and depending on your symptoms and the joint affected will determine the best type of surgery for you. Your orthopedic surgeon will be able to discuss all the options with you. The most common types of joint replacement surgery include:
Should I consider surgery?
Certain conditions can cause joint pain and disability, leading patients to consider joint replacement surgery. In most cases, joint pain is caused by damage to the cartilage that lines the ends of the bones (articular cartilage). If you suffer from one of the following conditions, your doctor may recommend a total joint replacement.
Total joint utilizes Rosa®
Getting a precise knee implant fit is important to your comfort and overall experience following knee replacement surgery. ROSA Knee uses data collected before and during surgery to inform your surgeon of many details related to your unique anatomy that may affect your implant fit. Using this data to make more informed decisions, your surgeon can plan for and carry out personalized surgery based on your individual needs.
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